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Newgate Prison (entrance)
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Newgate Prison (entrance)
Newgate Prison (entrance) - Brick building - arched doorway. Part of Box 318 Boswell Collection - Dickens. Date: circa 1900
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Arched Brick Dickens Doorway Newgate Prison
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Newgate Prison Entrance: A Glimpse into England's Infamous Past (circa 1900) This evocative image of Newgate Prison's entrance transports us back in time to the Victorian era, when the notorious prison stood as a symbol of justice and punishment in England. The brick building, with its imposing arched doorway, exudes an air of solemnity and foreboding. The lantern above the entrance casts an eerie glow, illuminating the path for those entering the prison gates. Newgate Prison, located in the heart of London, was notorious for its harsh conditions and inhumane treatment of prisoners. It was a place of fear and dread, where the accused awaited trial and the condemned awaited execution. The prison's walls held many infamous names, including those of the notorious highwayman Dick Turpin and the poet John Keats. This photograph, part of the Boswell Collection, was taken circa 1900, and provides us with a rare glimpse into the past. The image captures the essence of a bygone era, when the criminal justice system was vastly different from what it is today. The prison was eventually demolished in 1902, and the site is now home to the Central Criminal Court, also known as the Old Bailey. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the history and legacy of Newgate Prison, a place that once stood as a grim reminder of the human capacity for both crime and punishment.
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